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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in distance learning make it possible for people all over the world to participate in classes online. These online MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning organizations are considering in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can participants ensure that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing need to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants need to understand the outcomes of these open education endeavours. Scientists want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be improved. To handle this increasing desideratum for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This book also describes the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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